Recent News

A woman stands in front of two older adults working out on rower machines.

Fitness as we age

The many benefits of exercising for older adults

Physician assistant studies student, Shelby Garrison.

Faces of the Pack: Shelby Garrison

Physician Assistant Studies Class of 2026 student shares her passion for serving rural and underserved communities

An older man speaks with a woman while looking at prescription bottles.

Why health literacy matters as we age

Being a proactive member of your health care team is crucial for older adults

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Milestone Events

Milestone events celebrate key moments across our academic programs, reflecting the achievement, growth and shared pride of the UNR Med community.

M.D. students reciting the Physician's Oath on stage.

Doctor of Medicine White Coat Ceremony
A student pinning a Match Day residency location on a map.

Doctor of Medicine Match Day
M.D. graduates hooding one another on stage.

Doctor of Medicine Commencement
PA students reciting the Physician's Oath on stage.

Physician Assistant Studies White Coat Ceremony
A PA graduate being hooded by their parents.

Physician Assistant Studies Commencement
Two Speech Language Pathology graduates in regalia.

Speech Pathology and Audiology Commencement

All Events

Aug 11
General and Pediatric Clinic at University Health Building 06:00 PM
Aug 14
Professions in Medicine Virtual Office Hours with Admissions 11:00 AM Prospective & New Students
Aug 14
MedEd Grand Rounds 12:00 PM Professional Development
Aug 16
Rural Outreach Clinic - Yerington at South Lyon Physicians Clinic 09:00 AM Health, Safety & Wellness
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UNR MED in the News

The UNR Med campus seen through the branches of a blooming cherry tree

UNR School of Medicine unveils rapid food safety test strips 
June 12, 2026 • Kolo 8 News 

This Is One of the Worst Places That You Could Put Your Suitcase—and 38% of People Do It 
June 28, 2026 • AOL.com

UNR School of Medicine receives $4.5 million to expand physician training programs
July 27, 2026 • 2 News Nevada

Blood supply crisis, Las Vegas bus heat and UNR medical funding
July 28, 2026 • KNPR 

Renown, UNR Med celebrate Nevada’s first academic health system
July 30, 2026 • Northern Nevada Business Weekly

UNR Med In the News Archive